Mbappe scores hat-trick as PSG beats Monaco to top spot in Ligue 1

Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick on Saturday as they beat Monaco 5-0 at the Parc des Princes.

The victory was enough for PSG to take the lead in the French top-flight and move three points clear of second-placed Olympique Marseille.

The win also saw PSG surpass the 25-goal mark for the season, with Mbappe contributing eight goals already this term.

Mbappe's first goal came just four minutes into the game when he volleyed home from close range after a corner had been headed down by Neymar.

He then doubled PSG's lead seven minutes later when he scored from close range following a cross from Angel Di Maria.

Mbappe completed his hat-trick nine minutes before half-time when he latched onto a long ball from Thiago Silva and slotted it past goalkeeper Romain Salin.

It was Mbappe's sixth hat-trick of the season, which is more than any other player in Europe so far this campaign.

With two matches remaining in the league, PSG have a comfortable lead over their rivals and will be looking to continue their winning run in the coming weeks.

In summary, Mbappe's hat-trick against Monaco was crucial in helping PSG maintain their lead in the French top-flight. The forward's impressive performances have seen him surpass the 25-goal mark for the season, while his six hat-tricks also make him one of the most prolific strikers in Europe. With two matches remaining in the league, PSG look set to maintain their advantage and continue their winning run in the upcoming weeks.